Suspension
part · 1900 · Electric age
Springs and shock absorbers between the wheels and the body.
What it is made of
- Spring — has part. Springs are the elastic element of the suspension.
- Shock absorber — has part. Shock absorbers are part of the suspension.
- Coil spring — has part. Springs.
Principles and materials it uses
- Steel — is made of. The springs and arms are steel.
Where it is used
- Car — is part of. The suspension absorbs bumps from the road.
- Electric car — is part of. The suspension is the same as in an ordinary car.
- SUV — is part of. Long-travel suspension.
History: what it evolved from and what it influenced
- Leaf spring — evolved from. Car suspension inherited carriage leaf springs.
What it is a kind of
- Torsion bar suspension — includes. Torsion bar suspension is a kind of suspension.
- Air suspension — includes. Suspension.
- MacPherson strut — includes. Suspension.